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Dr. Todd Helton, MD, PHD

Dr. Todd Helton, MD, PHD

Raleigh, NC

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Helton, Internist in Raleigh, NC?

    Dr. Todd Helton, MD, PHD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Helton graduated from The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University and completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Helton is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Helton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Helton’s office at (919) 781-9650.

    Where did Dr. Helton go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Duke University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University

    Is Dr. Helton board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Todd Helton, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Helton speak?

    Dr. Helton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Helton typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Helton diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Helton. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Cerebral Atherosclerosis
    • Brain Disease
    • Hardening of Brain Arteries
    • Brain Artery Plaque
    • Cerebral Artery Disease
    • Brain Blood Vessel Hardening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Primary Widespread Arthritis
    • Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis

    Also known as:

    • Unsteadiness on Feet
    • Walking Problems
    • Feeling Unsteady
    • Balance Problems
    • Dizziness While Standing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2681: Unsteadiness on feet

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Sugar
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Elevated Glucose
    • Unspecified High Blood Sugar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Helton typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Helton performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Helton. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Helton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Helton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 781-9650 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Helton accept in Raleigh, NC?

    Dr. Helton in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Helton's office located?

    Dr. Todd Helton's Primary Practice

    3900 Browning Pl Ste 101

    Raleigh, NC 27609

    (919) 781-9650

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    Dr. Todd Helton's Practice 2

    2417 Atrium Dr Ste 250

    Raleigh, NC 27607

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    Dr. Todd Helton's Practice 3

    101 SW Cary Pkwy Ste 10

    Cary, NC 27511

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    What is Dr. Helton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Helton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194701425.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Helton?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Helton

    What is Dr. Todd Helton's specialty?

    Dr. Helton is a Internist near Raleigh, NC.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Todd Helton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Helton is affiliated with Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Unc Health Rex, Wakemed Cary Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Todd Helton accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?

    No, Dr. Todd Helton is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Todd Helton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Helton's office at (919) 781-9650 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Todd Helton?

    Please contact Dr. Helton's office at (919) 781-9650 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Todd Helton have?

    Dr. Todd Helton is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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